America's Great Hiking Trails: Appalachian, Pacific Crest, Continental Divide, North Country, Ice Age, Potomac Heritage, Florida, Natchez Trace, Arizona, Pacific Northwest, New England

America's Great Hiking Trails: Appalachian, Pacific Crest, Continental Divide, North Country, Ice Age, Potomac Heritage, Florida, Natchez Trace, Arizona, Pacific Northwest, New England

INDIEFAB Book of the Year Awards -- 2014 GOLD Winner for Adventure & RecreationSociety of American Travel Writers Eastern Chapter -- Gold AwardSociety of American Travel Writers Foundation -- 2015 Lowell Thomas Travel Award for Best Travel Book A hiker’s dream bucket list is embodied in this lavishly illustrated celebration of more than 50,000 miles of America’s most iconic trails. Celebrating the forty most important trails in America, this volume takes the reader through forty-nine states and eight national parks. Literally tens of millions of tourists and hikers visit these trails each year, some of which wind through the country’s most scenic natural wonders and virtually every major ecosystem in America. Each featured trail has its own section, complete with a map and photo gallery, and the reader explores what makes it one of the most magnificent hiking experiences anywhere in the world. Trail histories accompany detailed hiker-friendly descriptions that highlight the most scenic spots, with suggestions for shorter weekend and day hikes. The stunning photographs take the reader on a visual adventure conducted by Bart Smith, the first person to hike all eleven National Scenic Trails from end to end. America’s Great Hiking Trails is perfect for anyone interested in outdoor recreation and conservation.

  • UPC: 884801357026
  • ASIN: 0789327414
  • ISBN: 0789327414
  • Brand: Random House
  • Size: One Size
  • Manufacturer: Rizzoli

Great Hiking Trails of the World: 80 Trails, 75,000 Miles, 38 Countries, 6 Continents

Great Hiking Trails of the World: 80 Trails, 75,000 Miles, 38 Countries, 6 Continents

FOREWORD INDIES Book of the Year Awards — 2017 GOLD Winner for NatureA hiker’s dream bucket list is embodied in this lavishly illustrated celebration of more than eighty of the world’s most iconic trails.Celebrating the most important, popular, and diverse hiking trails in the world, this book invites readers to take a walking tour through the planet’s natural wonders. Divided into six sections, the book groups trails by theme: pilgrimages, historic hikes, mountain hikes, wilderness trails, trails through diverse environments, and long-distance trails. From Mount Kenya to subarctic hikes in Scandinavia, and from exotic hikes in the Himalayas to more familiar trails in the United States and Canada, this book invites readers to explore the history, environment, and cultures of the world on foot.Each featured trail has its own section, with a map and photo gallery focusing on what makes it one of the most magnificent hiking trails anywhere in the world. Included are detailed descriptions and trail highlights. This book is perfect for anyone interested in conservation, outdoor recreation, or the myriad ways that walking through a landscape is an intimate exploration of its soul.

  • ASIN: 0847860930
  • ISBN: 0847860930
  • Manufacturer: Rizzoli

100 Classic Hikes Utah: National Parks and Monuments / National Wilderness and Recreation Areas / State Parks / Uintas / Wasatch

100 Classic Hikes Utah: National Parks and Monuments / National Wilderness and Recreation Areas / State Parks / Uintas / Wasatch

100 Classic Hikes: Utah expands Mountaineers Books' most popular hiking guidebook series by featuring Utah, a national destination for hikers. Featuring full-color photographs and well-marked topographical maps, 100 Classic Hikes: Utah covers the best and most popular hikes selected from a state with an abundance of trail riches, providing a range of trail options. Hikes range from easy day hikes to more challenging backpacking trips. The "Hikes at a Glance" table makes it simple to quickly find hike length, difficulty, when to go, and special highlights of the outing you seek.This is a full-state guidebook organized by region: The North Central region includes the Wasatch Mountains along with Antelope Island State Park, House Range, and Deseret Peak Wilderness Area.The Northeast features the high Uintas, Bear River Range, Flaming Gorge, and Dinosaur National Monument. Southern Utah features many of the nation's premier national parks and monuments. The Southeast region includes hikes around Moab, Arches National Park, Grand Gulch Primitive Area, Canyonlands National Park, Natural Bridges, and more. South Central covers Capitol Reef National Park, Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, Kodachrome, Horseshoe Canyon unit of Canyonlands, and other areas. Finally, the famed Southwest part of the state features Bryce Canyon National Park, Cedar Breaks National Monument, Zion National Park, Snow Canyon State Park, and beyond. Essential details include tips on best times of year or even day to hike, whether or not canine companions are allowed, local history, and highlights not to be missed on the trail.

  • ASIN: 1594859248
  • ISBN: 1594859248
  • Brand: Brand: Mountaineers Books
  • Size: One Size
  • Manufacturer: Mountaineers Books

National Geographic Complete National Parks of the United States, 2nd Edition: 400+ Parks, Monuments, Battlefields, Historic Sites, Scenic Trails, Recreation Areas, and Seashores

National Geographic Complete National Parks of the United States, 2nd Edition: 400+ Parks, Monuments, Battlefields, Historic Sites, Scenic Trails, Recreation Areas, and Seashores

National Geographic’s comprehensive travel guide to recreation areas, trails, historic sites, nature hikes, seashores, camping, and campgrounds is for everyone who loves outdoor recreation. This 544-page reference is an ultimate travel planner for all things national parks, filled with full-color photos, detailed maps, historical background, and practical facts on the location of the park system properties, as well as the best times to visit and top-rated activities

  • ASIN: 1426216920
  • ISBN: 1426216920
  • Brand: National Geographic
  • Size: One Size
  • Manufacturer: National Geographic

A Walk in the Woods: Rediscovering America on the Appalachian Trail

A Walk in the Woods: Rediscovering America on the Appalachian Trail

The Appalachian Trail trail stretches from Georgia to Maine and covers some of the most breathtaking terrain in America–majestic mountains, silent forests, sparking lakes. If you’re going to take a hike, it’s probably the place to go. And Bill Bryson is surely the most entertaining guide you’ll find. He introduces us to the history and ecology of the trail and to some of the other hardy (or just foolhardy) folks he meets along the way–and a couple of bears. Already a classic, A Walk in the Woods will make you long for the great outdoors (or at least a comfortable chair to sit and read in).

  • ASIN: 0307279464
  • ISBN: 0307279464
  • Brand: Anchor
  • Manufacturer: Anchor

Classic Hikes of North America: 25 Breathtaking Treks in the United States and Canada

Classic Hikes of North America: 25 Breathtaking Treks in the United States and Canada

Everything you need to know about the United States' and Canada's most enjoyable hiking routes and backcountry excursions.Classic Hikes of North America is a beautifully photographed and eminently practical account of the best backcountry journeys in the United States and Canada. Peter Potterfield, an experienced hiker and photographer, has analyzed and graded these spectacular wilderness experiences with both beginners and avid hikers in mind.Included in the book is helpful information, such as: level of difficulty, trail conditions, recommended seasons, potential hazards and difficulties, resource information, and detailed maps of hiking routes. Illustrated with more than 200 color photographs and hiking directions, here is inspiration and information in a single volume. There are routes in the White Mountains of New Hampshire, the Big Beaver–Little Beaver Loop in the North Cascades National Park of Washington State, and the Slate Range in the Canadian Rockies, Alberta and British Columbia, and many more. These are journeys to dream on, and Potterfield puts them within reach of any aspiring hiker. color illustrations; maps

  • ASIN: 0393065138
  • ISBN: 0393065138
  • Manufacturer: W. W. Norton & Company

Best Easy Day Hiking Guide and Trail Map Bundle: Rocky Mountain National Park (Best Easy Day Hikes Series)

Best Easy Day Hiking Guide and Trail Map Bundle: Rocky Mountain National Park (Best Easy Day Hikes Series)

"Falcon Guides together with National Geographic."

  • ASIN: 0762797517
  • ISBN: 9780762797516
  • Manufacturer: Falcon Guides

Moon USA National Parks: The Complete Guide to All 59 Parks (Travel Guide)

Moon USA National Parks: The Complete Guide to All 59 Parks (Travel Guide)

They've been dubbed America's best idea for a reason: get inspired, get outdoors, and discover the wild beauty of the United States with Moon USA National Parks. Inside you'll find:Coverage of all 59 national parks, from the misty mountains of the east and the redwoods of the west, to the glaciers of Alaska and volcanoes of Hawaii, organized by regionStrategic lists and itineraries: Choose from lists of the best parks for hiking, wildlife, families, and scenic drives, or make your way down the list of the top ten national parks experiences across the countryThe best outdoor adventures in every park, including backpacking, biking, mountain climbing, kayaking, rafting, and more, plus detailed hike descriptions and trail maps marked with distance, duration, effort level, and trailheadsNational parks road trips with driving times and advice for linking multiple parks, interesting stops between them, and nearby attractions and state parksComprehensive planning resources: With detailed maps and transportation tips, you'll have the tools to explore each park or region individually, or visit multiple for an epic national parks tripExpert advice from former park guide Becky Lomax on how to avoid crowds, what time of year to visit, and where to stay inside and outside the parks, from campgrounds to hotelsKnow before you go: Find essential background on climate, terrain, wildlife, history, and safety precautions, plus practical information on park fees, passes, and reservations, including how to obtain and use a National Parks PassGorgeous, full-color photos throughout, plus a handy keepsake section for your national parks stamps and a detachable fold-out poster mapWhether you're trekking to striking vistas, rafting a wild river, or camping under the stars, find your park adventure with Moon USA National Parks.For more in-depth information on a specific park, check out Moon's national parks travel guides.

  • ASIN: 1640492798
  • ISBN: 1640492798
  • Manufacturer: Moon Travel

Best Easy Day Hikes Great Smoky Mountains National Park (Best Easy Day Hikes Series)

Best Easy Day Hikes Great Smoky Mountains National Park (Best Easy Day Hikes Series)

Best Easy Day Hikes Great Smoky Mountains National Park includes concise descriptions of the best short hikes in the area, with detailed maps of the routes. The 22 hikes in this guide are generally short, easy to follow, and guaranteed to please.

  • ASIN: 1493031333
  • ISBN: 1493031333
  • Manufacturer: Falcon Guides

50 Best Short Hikes in Utah's National Parks

50 Best Short Hikes in Utah's National Parks

Utah's five national parks--Arches, Bryce, Canyonlands, Capitol Reef, and Zion--hold some of the most awe-inspiring geology on the planet. Each park offers visitors the dramatic scenery that invites exploration and discovery.In 50 Best Short Hikes in Utah's National Parks, veteran hiking guide Greg Witt shares the best routes in each park, hikes that are both "must see" and accessible. Park visitors who are short on time will find this book to be the ideal traveling companion, quickly helping readers identify the hikes and sights, making the best use of their time and provide maximum enjoyment.Each hike in the book includes distances, highlights, area maps, and easy-to-follow trailhead directions to make hike selection fast and efficient. Once on the trail, the detailed maps, route description, and interpretive details insure that hikers get the most out of their trip.Even avid hikers and experienced desert explorers will find new insights and discoveries as Witt's interesting and approachable style details the geologic forces that created this landscape. He brings to life the human history--prehistoric cliff-dwellers, native tribes, ranchers, farmers, loggers, miners, and outlaws--that adds to the color of the Colorado Plateau where these five parks are set.

  • UPC: 884537947379
  • ASIN: 0899977243
  • ISBN: 0899977243
  • Brand: Wilderness Press
  • Size: One Size
  • Manufacturer: Wilderness Press